As a parent you quickly learn that being prepared and thinking ahead is key to having things run smoothly. Having a well packed diaper bag is a life saver. The exact items in your bag will depend on baby’s age, how long you will be out and your own preferences.
The Diaper Bag Essential List
Everything you will need to pack when you and your little one go mobile.
The List
- 2-3
diapers
- 1
bottle of milk
- 2
snacks
- 1
sippy cup water
- 1
portable changing pad
- 1
pack of disposable wipes
- 2-3
plastic bags
- 1
diaper rash ointment
- 1
bib | burping cloth
- 1
hand sanitizer
- 1
baby personal care kit (nail clipper, comb, emery board)
- 1
change of clothes for baby
- 1
hat for baby
- 2-3
baby toys
- 1
pacifier
- 1
sunscreen
- 1
blanket
- 1
emergency information
- 1
first-aid kit
- 1
baby Tylenol or ibuprofen
- 1
change of shirt and pants
- 1
teething ring (if teething)
If Breastfeeding
- 1
nursing cover
- 4
breast pads
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Additional Considerations
No matter hard you try somethings that just will not fit in your diaper bag. This is when a Diaper Caddy for your car is something to consider.
DIAPER CADDY
Just like a diaper caddy for your changing table a diaper caddy for your car makes it much easier by keeping everything you might need organized and on hand. In some ways it is like a back-up diaper bag as you should have almost everything in your diaper bag repeated here but there are some other things to add.
Additional things for the diaper caddy:
- Spray Cleaner & Paper towels
- Extra clothing & shoes
- Water
- Throw Blanket
- Towel
- Nonperishable snacks
- Umbrella for rain or sun
- Swim Diapers
- Baby plate and untenils
- Litte storage containers
- Trash Bag
- Pen & Paper
We would love to hear if there is something special you pack in your diaper bag or what is your must have diaper bag product.